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In about seven short weeks, fifteen talented writers will have the opportunity to hone their nonfiction skills with bestselling author Kim Sunee and meet/work with a host of celebrity authors and chefs at the Floating Island Workshops in Chapel Hill, NC. From Monday, October 11 to the 14th, attendees will receive professional critiques from Kim, dine and share stories with nationally renowned chefs, and more.

The $1,200 workshop fee includes the above features and events. To secure your spot, please fill out the online application and submit a 50 percent deposit.

Also, we have secured a group of rooms at The Franklin Hotel, in the heart of Chapel Hill, at a special room rate. The Franklin Hotel’s special room rate expires September 17, so register and book your rooms today.

In addition to the week’s workshop activities, Floating Island is also hosting a number of additional events, available on an a la carte basis around the city. Some of those events include:

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About Floating Island Workshops

Everyone has a story to tell. Perhaps you’ve just started writing your personal experiences or are ready to write a memoir but need help finding the heart of your story. Through assignments, lectures, and workshops, craft your stories and make them compelling. You will also learn how to use the nuances of plot, character development, setting, theme, and dialogue to drive the narrative of your story.